Paranormia
Always True CrimeAre you ever awake in the cruellest hours of the night, when the world is quiet, but your mind isn’t?
That’s where Paranormia begins.
Hosted by journalist and parapsychologist Elizabeth McCafferty, Paranormia is a weekly storytelling podcast where true crime collides with the supernatural, the psychological, and the macabre. Each episode explores real cases where belief in something unseen becomes... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 33 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeDocumentarySociety & Culture | |||
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Listener discretion advised: This episode contains discussion of multiple murders, cult violence, manipulation, and references to graphic crime scenes that some listeners may find distressing.
In the summer of 1969, a series of brutal murders shocke... more
In 1973, two children exploring the marshes of Sandown on the Isle of Wight report a strange encounter. They hear a wailing sound that leads them to a seven foot figure in clown-like clothing, calling itself “All Colours Sam.” What follows is a brief... more
In 1981, 19 old Arne Johnson is arrested in Connecticut for the stabbing death of his landlord. At first, it looks like a straightforward murder case. Then Arne says he doesn’t remember it, and that something else was with him when it happened. Month... more
In 1980, teenager Robert Shafran arrived for his first day at college and was greeted by complete strangers who seemed to know him. Within hours, he discovered he had an identical twin he never knew existed. Soon after, a third brother emerged. In th... more
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- A bit AI-y
I had high hopes for this. Has good ideas but the script sounds judderingly like it was written by AI - lots of ai hallmarks like weird repetitions and uncanny turns of phrase. And too many “it wasnt this, it was that…”. For a podcast about the paranormal, I had hoped for more feeling and human personality in the storytelling. It might not be the presenter’s fault - maybe she’s under pressure from the company to pump out a lot of material quickly. But as a “journalist and Parapsychologist”, i h... more
Apple Podcasts2BlakeDown13
United Kingdoma month ago - Love And Finally!
So glad the podcast is back after its break. Never heard about The Inukuns - fascinating story. Really enjoying the ‘And Finally’ section at the end too - great to hear what Elizabeth gets up to outside of the podcast - sounds like she has an exciting life!
Apple Podcasts5Richard7289United Kingdom2 months ago - Really fascinating and engaging
I came across this as recommended by Mike from murder milebabsolutely loved the jury Ouija board episode now I’ve subscribed and going to listen to all of them sooo interesting and beautiful scripting
Apple Podcasts5MrsdeoudeUnited Kingdom3 months ago - Enjoyable, but…
I do enjoy the show and there’s a lot to like about it. However, the writing feels overly shaped by AI — particularly in the delivery. The constant stream of short, punchy sentences starts to feel formulaic and a bit mechanical over time.
A more natural, human voice — with variation in rhythm and tone — would really elevate the listening experience and make it feel more authentic and engaging.
Apple Podcasts3OrangeStop
Ireland3 months ago - Great stories!
Loving the range of stories and Elizabeth’s tone and sensitivity towards subjects.
Apple Podcasts5Pluto7667United Kingdom3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #141 | United Kingdom/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #190 |  South Africa/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #194 |  New Zealand/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #245 | Ireland/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #246 |  Sweden/True Crime |
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The show blends true crime with the paranormal, delivered through cinematic storytelling and rigorous research. Each episode unfolds real cases where belief in the unseen intersects with danger, covering topics like haunted objects, cults, investigations into notorious mysteries, and eerie folklore. A distinctive strength is the host's journalistic rigor paired with parapsychology-informed curiosity, creating suspenseful, human-centered narratives that probe why fear and belief drive behavior. This mix of investigative storytelling and supernatural inquiry likely appeals to listeners who enjoy thoughtful, atmospheric true crime with a belief-suspense angle, rather than straightforward procedural crime.
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Paranormia launched 2 years ago and published 33 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Paranormia include:
1. Luke Jones
2. Poppy Damon
3. Emma Kavanagh
4. Gabriela Hardiman
5. Mansi Vithlani
6. Jo Meek
7. Laura Brotherton
8. Dr. Coltan Scrivner
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